A penthouse fine dining experience at the Lexus Centre serving New American cuisine with stunning views of Escondido’s rolling hillside. Signature dishes include the Everything Crusted Ahi Tuna, Mary’s Chicken Roulade, and Slow Braised Short Rib. Open 11:30 AM - 9 PM, Tuesday-Sunday; closed Monday. Tip: Try one of their signature cocktails in the Vodka Lounge which features over 125 vodka selections.

A charming spot known for delicious sandwiches, fresh salads, and breakfast offerings, complemented by a refreshing juice bar featuring smoothies and other drinks. Menu favorites include fresh salad, steaming hot sandwiches on freshly baked bread, and homemade desserts that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Open 7AM-8PM Monday-Thursday; 7AM-3PM Friday; Closed Saturday; 12PM-8PM Sunday

A chic bistro with a seasonal menu of Californian-French fare, specialty cocktails, and weekday happy hour. A kids’ menu is also available. Reservations may be booked through OpenTable. Open 4 PM - 9 PM, Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. Tip: Swing by on Friday and Saturday from 6 PM to 9 PM to enjoy live music!

A zoo located in the San Pasqual Valley area which houses more than 3,000 animals and a botanical garden with more than one million plants. From behind-the-scenes adventures to exhilarating zip line tours, guests can immerse in the natural habitats of giraffes, elephants, cheetahs, and more. Open 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Tip: As several varieties of mammals are most active at dusk and dawn, take advantage to see the animals roaming around before dark on the Twilight Wildlife Safari.

An animal sanctuary home to many different species of free-flying owls, hawks, falcons, parrots, ravens, toucans, and other birds, as well as farm animals and reptiles. With diverse events, workshops, and classes available, guests can witness flights of free-flying birds and gain insights into parrot behavior and falconry techniques. Prices range from $77 to $500+ per person. Open 10 AM - 4 PM daily. Tip: Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes as some experiences require a short 10- or 15-minute nature walk to get to the birds’ habitats.

An educational experience that teaches kids and adults about each animal, its habitat, and how human behavior affects the natural world. Weather permitting, visitors are able to swim and play with the otters. Encounters may be booked on their website; hours vary based on activity.

A grocery located in Valley Center Rd. Open 5 AM - 9 PM, Sunday-Wednesday & Saturday; 5 AM - 10 PM, Thursday-Friday.

A local store stocked with market goods and liquor. Open 6 AM - 10 PM, Sunday-Thursday; 6 AM - 11 PM, Friday-Saturday.

A local food establishment specializing in providing a variety of fresh and locally sourced products. Open 8 AM - 8 PM daily.